Capitol Ministries

34 International Ministries A s newly named North America global director for Cap- itol Ministries, Brian Solomon has the formidable task of growing CapMin in the United States and Canada—na- tions that in land mass rank third and second, respectively, in the world. In this position, Pastor Brian is charged with overseeing, shepherding and leading all U.S. state capitol ministries, helping to recruit ministry leaders, helping to build addi- tional federal, state, and regional ministries, and working with Dr. Dan DeShong, CapMin's Local Government Min- istries director to establish Bible-study-based ministries to city and county public servants across North America. It is a challenging job, but like his CapMin colleagues who are laboring to create disciples of Jesus Christ in the political arena of the world, Pastor Brian senses God's call to the task. "God's sovereignty is wonderful to consider—that the God of the universe knows me and orchestrates the events and affairs of my life, and He wields them for my good and His ultimate glory," Pastor Brian said. "is new position with Capitol Ministries is not something that I have pursued out of a sense of selfish ambition; rather God has placed an op- portunity before me to bear the great name of Jesus from a platform of His choosing. I simply want to be faithful, so I say to Him 'Here am I Lord, send me.'" Since becoming a member of the CapMin team in 2019, Pastor Brian has been co-leader of the discipleship Bible study to Ohio legislators with CapMin's international di- rector, Brian Hanson. With added responsibilities that the director positions require, the men will continue to co-lead the study. Pastor Brian begins his new role with two main objectives. First, he will meet with current North America ministry leaders and continue to build friendships. "Gospel ministry is tough and can be discouraging at times," he said. "I want to encourage our men to stay the course, to continue on in this vital ministry that God has called us to." His second primary aim will be to help Ralph Drollinger recruit ministry leaders for those U.S. state capitols that still do not have Bible-study based discipleship ministries for public servants. "Scriptures tell us that Faith comes om hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ (Romans 10:17)," he said. "It's so important to take the Word of God to political leaders because this af- finity sphere desperately needs to hear the gospel. e gospel is the power of God unto salvation, and it fundamentally changes the values and worldview of the individual. Addi- tionally, these public servants bear the great responsibility of shaping laws and policies that impact our world and affect so many. e stakes are high. What change could be wrought in our world. What a high calling God has given to us. As we are faithful in carrying the name of Jesus into the political realm, may God use our efforts to see many come to know the Lord and serve Him!" Mount Rushmore NORTH AMERICA Brian Solomon North America Director State Director, Ohio

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